Chubb Actuarial Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 (formerly Cigna Actuarial Scholarship)

Chubb Actuarial Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026

This scholarship provides partial funding of NZD 5,000 for students pursuing an Actuarial Science degree at Victoria University of Wellington. It is designed for undergraduate study and is open to both domestic and international applicants.

Application Details

Applications must be submitted online by 30 April 2026. The scholarship is administered by Victoria University of Wellington and is intended to support students enrolled in Actuarial Science or closely related fields.

Eligibility Criteria

The scholarship is open to students who:

1. Have an A‑ grade average and are enrolled in their second year or later of a BSc or BCom, majoring in Actuarial Science, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
2. Are domestic or international residents in New Zealand, with a preference for those who intend to work in the actuarial profession in New Zealand after graduation.

Selection Criteria

Selection is based on academic excellence, requiring an A‑ grade average and full‑time enrollment at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

Award and Benefits

The award provides NZD 5,000 to cover current tertiary fees, subject to fund availability and meeting the selection criteria. Recipients may also be offered a summer internship at Chubb Life Insurance NZ Ltd, contingent on intern availability and, for international students, their legal right to work in New Zealand.

Apply for the Chubb Actuarial Scholarship